Laboratory Technician- 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

A. PRIMARY DUTIES:

* Analyze designated lines; AA analysis as scheduled - Daily; Sample collection from lines - Daily

* Wet Analysis of plating tanks, cleaners, acids and topcoats - Daily; Entering of Analysis data into Zinc-It - Daily

* Monitor SPC Charts and report as trend data as needed.

* Calibrate pH meters as scheduled; Complete scheduled Maintenance requests on time.

* Analyze Other RMF Facility's samples as needed.

* Refill any titrant containers, DI water, etc . Audit Buffers, Reagents at Conestee and McDougal.

* Prepare Chemical Dump Sheet / Add Sheet on Friday. Enter any weekend Chemical Adds or tank dumps.

* Chemical Inventory required for Lab 1 and 2

* Give Chemical Handler daily adds and work with him as needed.

* Verification of autofeed pumps and data entry into Zinc-It - Daily/Weekly

* Other duties as they arise and are specified primarily concerning lab work and plant operation - Daily

* Audit Buffers, Reagents to ensure in date and not expired.

* Chemical Inventory required for Lab, Waste Treatment and Process chemicals.

B. OTHER: (e.g. authorizations, authority to issue directives, information rights):

* Responsible for housekeeping in Lab and designated chemical add areas.

* HWMOA(Waste Treatment and Hazardous Waste Management Operator Assistant) and Training . Check the metals and chrome in W.T when needed. Back-up as needed.

* Chemical additions to process tanks to maintain compliance.

* Prepare Chemical Dump Sheet / Add Sheet on Friday with Production Manager.

* Enter Tank Dumps typically on Monday or when they occur.

* Report any accidents or safety issues in your work area to upper management

* Follow RMF safety procedures and Company policies (RMF Handbook)

* Participate in monthly Vital Signs meetings

* Responsible for housekeeping in Labs

* Report any accidents or safety issues in your work area to upper management

C. DUTIES NOT TO BE CARRIED OUT:

* Changing chemistry set points and /or chemistry type.

* Adding new personnel or changing work schedule.

* Resetting of machine alarms without reaction plan

D. WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS: (only those actually necessary for the position) * Proper PPE , gloves, safety glasses and or shield, Lab Coat when needed

* Chemical Handler training completed

E. KEY MEASURABLES:

* ReWa, DHEC, TS 16949 and ISO 14001 compliance

* MBO - goals and objectives

* Vital Signs - Quality, Cost, Delivery, Service/Safety

* Housekeeping - 5S audits, safety audits, process audits

* Training, Attendance, Suggestions (6 per year), Safety and Disciplinary records

1. REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:
2. Education:

• High School

1. Experience:

• 3 Years Laboratory Experience

1. Knowledge and skills:

• Computer skills, conversion from US to metric systems